Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

A ride at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World

Roller coaster
#8 most popular ride at Magic Kingdom
40 inches / 102 centimeters
36-minute average wait time
Expectant mothers should not ride
Must transfer to wheelchair, then to ride vehicle

Big Thunder Mountain is a thrilling mine train roller coaster at Disney World's Magic Kingdom. It is bumpy and some parts are in the dark.

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